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4.6The cheapest and fastest trains from Cardiff to Pontyclun
Cheapest price on 18 Sept
£6
Average ticket price on 18 Sept
£6
Fastest journey on 18 Sept
12 m
Average journey duration on 18 Sept
12 m
Trains on 18 Sept
2
Distance
15 km
The best way to find a cheap train ticket from Cardiff to Pontyclun is to book your journey as far in advance as possible and to avoid travelling at rush hour.
The average ticket from Cardiff to Pontyclun will cost around £6 if you buy it on the day, but you can find cheap train tickets today for only £6.
On Fri 18 Sept, we found 2 trains from Cardiff to Pontyclun, including 2 direct services.
These direct trains cover the 15 km distance in an average of 12 m but if you time it right, some trains will get you there in just 12 m .
The slowest trains will take 12 m and usually involve a change or two along the way, but you might be able to save a few pennies if you’re on a budget.
22:160h12Cardiff22:28Pontyclun£61One-way0 changes- 9:130h12Cardiff9:25Pontyclun£61One-way0 changes
- 9:130h12Cardiff9:25Pontyclun£61One-way0 changes
- 22:160h12Cardiff22:28Pontyclun£61One-way0 changes
Travel Information
Compare train and coach for Cardiff to Pontyclun
Omio recommends booking the train as it is the most popular option from Cardiff to Pontyclun among Omio's users. If you are prioritising price, take the coach, with an average ticket price of £5 For those with little time, consider booking a train, which has an average total journey time of 42m. Average ticket prices depend on the travel mode: a coach costs an average of £5, while a train costs an average of £11.
Distance: 15 km
Compare train with
Most popular Train | Coach | Driving |
|---|---|---|
£11 Average Price | £5 Average Price Cheapest | £3 Average Price (fuel + tolls) |
42m Average total duration Fastest 12m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 1h 19m Average total duration 49m Onboard + 30m Additional time* | 28m Average total duration (door-to-door) |
Direct Options | Direct Options | Direct Options |
This is compared to other travel options from Cardiff to Pontyclun:
A coach is £6 less than a train for this route with tickets for a train from Cardiff to Pontyclun costing on average £11.
Other travel options to Pontyclun take longer:
Coach takes on average 49m.
You'll arrive about 16m sooner (12m by train vs 28m by car). Tickets start at around £11 compared to roughly £3 in fuel and tolls — so you're paying a bit more, but getting hours of your day back, a city-centre arrival, and the freedom to work or relax instead of drive.
Direct services run with Transport for Wales, Transport for Wales.
Driving makes more sense if you're travelling as a group (where fuel costs split several ways), want to stop along the way, or need a car once you arrive.
Live departures
Cardiff to Pontyclun train times
The table below shows live departures for Cardiff to Pontyclun trains for today, Thursday 17 September. You can also manually refresh the results below to see updated train journeys.
| Provider | Departs | Duration | Arrives | Changes | Tickets |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8:13 Cardiff | 0h12 | 8:25 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
| 9:13 Cardiff | 0h12 | 9:25 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
| 17:51 Cardiff | 0h14 | 18:05 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
| 22:10 Cardiff | 0h12 | 22:22 Pontyclun | 0 changesdirect | |
This is the last train of the day. | |||||
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Compare prices and tickets Cardiff to Pontyclun by train or coach
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Journey information
Overview: Train from Cardiff to Pontyclun
United KingdomUnited Kingdom
Trains from Cardiff to Pontyclun run on average 6 times per day, taking around 12m. Cheap train tickets for this journey start at £5 but you can travel from only £5 by coach.
There are 6 trains per day. The earliest train runs at 05:35, the last at 23:55. The fastest train covers the 15 km distance in 11m.
Distance 15 km |
Average train duration 12m |
Cheapest ticket price £5 |
Trains per day 6 |
Direct trains 6 |
Fastest train 11m |
First train 5:35 |
Last train 23:55 |
Cheapest Month May |
Cheapest Day Tue |
High Season Apr - Jun |
Low Season Jan - Mar |
Busiest Day Tue |
Least Busy Day Mon |
Best time to book 14 days |
Train companies: Transport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) from Cardiff to Pontyclun trainsTransport for Wales, Great Western Railway (GWR) trains will get you between Cardiff and Pontyclun from £5. With over 1000 travel companies on Omio, you can find the best train times and tickets for your trip.
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Great Western Railway (GWR)
FAQs: Cardiff to Pontyclun train
Find answers to the most common questions about traveling from Cardiff to Pontyclun by train. From journey times and ticket prices to direct connections, first and last departures, and even whether the route is scenic, our FAQs cover everything you need to plan your trip. Whether you’re looking for the fastest train, the cheapest option, or tips for making the most of your visit at Pontyclun, this guide helps you travel smarter and with confidence.
popular train stations
Important Stations and Airports in Cardiff and Pontyclun
Most Cardiff to Pontyclun trains use the Cardiff Central to Pontyclun station pair. Use this guide to compare Cardiff and Pontyclun train stations on this route, check city-centre transport, alongside checking practicalities like train station facilities and services.
Getting to Cardiff Central from Cardiff city centre
Cardiff Central train station facilities and services
Cardiff Central has practical services for this route, including Wifi, Shopping, Parking, Dining, ATM, Taxis, Accessibility, WC, Hotel, Lounge, Lost and Found Office, Ticket Office, Bike Parking, Bike Rental and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food options include: Gourmet Coffee Bar & Kitchen, Pret a Manger, Tesco Express
Wi-Fi and ATMs
Free Wi-Fi in the station. ATMs are located outside of the main entrance.
Tickets and information
The ticket office is open Mon - Fri: 05:40 - 21:30, Sat: 05:40 - 21:30, Sun: 07:30 - 21:30.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Cardiff Central: Parking, Taxis, WC.
Bike and car services
Available at Cardiff Central: Bike Parking, Bike Rental, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Cardiff Central: There is step-free access in the whole station. There are also ramps for train access and elevators in the station.
Shops, hotels and contact
Nearby hotels include Clayton Hotel Cardiff, Cardiff Marriott Hotel, Travelodge Cardiff Central.
Which Pontyclun station do trains from Cardiff arrive at?
Getting to Pontyclun from Pontyclun city centre
Pontyclun train station facilities and services
Pontyclun has practical services for this route, including Parking, Dining, Accessibility, Lost and Found Office, Bike Parking and Car Rental.
Food and drink
Food and drink options are available at Pontyclun.
Luggage and lost property
Lost and found is available at the station.
Parking, taxis and toilets
Available at Pontyclun: Parking.
Bike and car services
Available at Pontyclun: Bike Parking, Car Rental.
Accessibility
Accessibility facilities are available at Pontyclun: Staff help available: Yes, Step free access coverage: Yes, Step free access note: Category B1. Step free access to Platform 1 (to Cardiff) from the station car park. Step free access to Platform 2 (to Swansea) from Station Terrace. Access between the platforms is via a footbridge with steps or a long detour via Station Terrace and Station Approach, Accessible car park equipment: Wheelchair users can use car park equipment at this station unaided, Accessible ticket machines: There are accessible ticket machines at this station, Ramp for train access: Yes, Wheelchairs available: No, Impaired mobility set down / pick up points available: No.
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